Irish village and golf resort on the Atlantic coast
The president has announced a trip to Ireland for Sept. 12-13, where he will attend events with embassy staff and officials, and visit Trump-owned golf properties. AP, New York Post and Independent note the trip underscores how official travel can intersect with family business interests, including LIV Golf ties and potential political signaling.
The White House has confirmed that President Trump will not attend the New York Ground Zero ceremony on the 25th anniversary of 9/11. Vice President JD Vance will represent the administration in New York, while Trump is expected to attend the Pentagon service. Preparations at Ground Zero continue under a nonpartisan memorial framework, with several former officials set to attend ceremonies in different locations.
The Qatar-donated Boeing 747-8i, serving as Air Force One, has faced scrutiny over its defensive capabilities after reports of covert aircraft swaps and security upgrades. Officials say upgrades are planned to ensure a safe, secure, and reliable capability for the President, while critics question the ethics of the gift.
The breakaway LIV Golf has filed for bankruptcy protection in New Jersey as it plans a restructuring and a return in a new form. Rahm has signalled he may return to the PGA Tour if opportunities open, and European hopes hinge on next year’s Ryder Cup at Adare Manor.
The LIV Golf breakaway has filed for Chapter 11 in the United States as Saudi PIF withdraws backing and BC Partners steps in with financing. The move aims to preserve LIV as a going concern while reshaping ownership, with talks of a return by stars to the PGA Tour and DP World Tour as contracts are renegotiated or cancelled.
US President Donald Trump is visiting Ireland for a two-day trip that includes meetings with Irish leaders and a stop at his Doonbeg resort to watch the Irish Open. Protests are planned, security is unprecedented, and Dublin’s Phoenix Park will host high-level talks amid a tense political and economic backdrop.
The White House is facing renewed scrutiny over Natalie Harp, Trump’s close aide known as the “human printer,” as reports of her role and gifts surface during the Irish visit. Independent reporting shows Harp’s proximity to the president has sparked internal tensions and renewed questions about media access and internal communications.
President Donald Trump has promised a $5,000 payment to every adult U.S. citizen if Republicans retain control of both houses in November’s midterms. The White House has provided only a short fact sheet; Republicans, legal experts and budget analysts have questioned the plan’s legality, cost (about $1.2–1.4 trillion) and how it would be funded.
BRICS leaders are gathering in New Delhi as tensions over Ukraine, the Middle East, and U.S.-China dynamics test the bloc’s ability to find common ground. Leaders push for reforms to global institutions, digital collaboration, and currency diversification, while facing fractures over sanctions and regional conflicts.
During a two-day visit to Ireland this weekend President Donald Trump has said he would "love to see" a united Ireland and called reunification "going to happen eventually." His remarks have prompted rebuttals from UK and unionist politicians, sparked protests in Dublin and renewed debate over the Good Friday Agreement's border-poll provisions.
U.S. President Donald Trump has said he would “love to see” a united Ireland and that reunification “will happen eventually,” remarks made in Dublin during a visit that has provoked mixed reactions across political camps. He added that unification would be a “fantastic” development and that the UK would have a say in the process. Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin has urged calm, while British and Northern Irish politicians have offered varied responses.
China will lead a BRICS open-source AI community to support development of large language models, host seminars, and build an open AI ecosystem. Xi also proposes a BRICS digital cloud platform, digital-skills training, and youth exchange programs as the bloc expands its tech footprint.
Ukraine has carried out long-range drone strikes on multiple Russian oil refineries this week while Russia has launched large drone and missile attacks on Ukrainian cities, killing civilians and damaging infrastructure. U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly urged Kyiv to stop targeting diesel facilities as U.S. diesel prices hit record highs, and Russian officials report dozens of intercepted drones and refinery damage.
Trump has announced the removal of a 10% tariff on Irish whiskey following requests from Shane Lowry, Ireland’s prime minister, and other Irish officials. The move comes as part of a broader revision of tariffs on European spirits. Details on timing are still being clarified.
More than 20 AI researchers warn that automation in model development could trigger an intelligence explosion, while industry voices call for internationally coordinated safety reviews and standards to slow the pace of progress and guard against harms.
Families of 9/11 victims have pressed President Trump to declassify records on Saudi Arabia’s alleged role in the attacks. Trump has said he will look at the requests upon returning from Ireland, amid long-running litigation and calls to stand with victims and survivors.
Congress has passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 and President Trump has signed it into law. The law expands sanctions on Russian officials, banks and a "shadow fleet" of tankers, and grants the president authority to impose tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian oil and gas.
LIV Golf has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, leaving a path unclear for star players like Jon Rahm, Bryson DeChambeau and Cameron Smith. The PGA Tour states it is not planning a returning-member program this year, while discussions with the DP World Tour over how players may progress to the US circuit continue. The saga signals a shift in leverage as the sport reorganises for a possible 2028 structure.
The DP World Tour has revised its 2027 calendar as the Ryder Cup moves Ireland-ward, prompting date shuffles for key events and a reordering of the European circuit’s calendar. Several tournaments relocate in the lead-up to the 2027 season, with Wentworth and other Rolex Series events affected along with national opens and Open Qualifying Series slots.
Top golfers have expressed reservations about the UAE season-ending events amid regional conflict. The DP World Tour says it remains intent on staging the Abu Dhabi Championship and the Dubai Championship, but players are weighing safety and personal circumstances. Decisions are being monitored as new developments unfold.
US and Iranian officials have held three hours of indirect talks on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York. President Trump has described the session as "very productive" and said he faces a "big decision" about whether to pursue a deal or escalate military action. Gulf states are pressing for a route to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and plan further diplomacy.